City in Eastern Cape, South Africa
Port Elizabeth weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Port Elizabeth
Nov–Mar is warm with sea breezes; Dec–Jan is busiest. Apr–May is pleasant. Jun–Aug is cool; wind blows most of the year.
Port Elizabeth weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan24°38 mm
- Feb25°33 mm
- Mar24°50 mm
- Apr22°38 mm
- May21°28 mm
- Jun19°23 mm
- Jul19°34 mm
- Aug19°45 mm
- Sep20°29 mm
- Oct21°43 mm
- Nov22°42 mm
- Dec23°33 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 24°C76°F | 19°C67°F | 38 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
| February | 25°C76°F | 19°C67°F | 33 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| March | 24°C75°F | 18°C65°F | 50 mm | 79% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C72°F | 16°C62°F | 38 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| May | 21°C70°F | 15°C59°F | 28 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| June | 19°C67°F | 13°C55°F | 23 mm | 70% | Pleasant |
| July | 19°C66°F | 12°C54°F | 34 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| August | 19°C66°F | 13°C55°F | 45 mm | 73% | Pleasant |
| September | 20°C67°F | 14°C57°F | 29 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| October | 21°C69°F | 15°C59°F | 43 mm | 77% | Pleasant |
| November | 22°C71°F | 16°C62°F | 42 mm | 76% | Pleasant |
| December | 23°C73°F | 18°C64°F | 33 mm | 78% | Pleasant |
Best months across South Africa
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | Nov–Mar | Feb (22°C) |
| Johannesburg | Apr–May, Sep–Oct | Jan (27°C) |
| Kruger National Park | May–Sep | Dec (32°C) |
| Durban | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
| Stellenbosch | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (28°C) |
| Pretoria | Mar–May, Sep–Oct | Nov (30°C) |
| Hermanus | Aug–Nov | Feb (26°C) |
| Knysna | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Plettenberg Bay | Nov–Apr | Feb (28°C) |
| Port Elizabeth | Nov–Mar | Feb (25°C) |
| Franschhoek | Feb–Apr, Oct–Nov | Feb (30°C) |
| Umhlanga | May–Sep | Feb (28°C) |
| Jeffreys Bay | May–Sep | Feb (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Port Elizabeth?
Nov–Mar. Nov–Mar is warm with sea breezes; Dec–Jan is busiest. Apr–May is pleasant. Jun–Aug is cool; wind blows most of the year.
When is the rainy season in Port Elizabeth?
Rain peaks in March with about 50 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Port Elizabeth?
February, with average highs of 25°C (76°F).
How cold does Port Elizabeth get?
The coolest nights are in July, averaging 12°C (54°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- Airports Company South Africa
- Nelson Mandela Bay Tourism
- South African National Parks
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.